Conclusion Writing Quiz

What is the primary goal of a conclusion in an essay?

• To introduce new arguments

• To summarize the introduction

• To tie together the main points and leave a strong impression

• To provide a detailed analysis of each paragraph

When returning to your thesis in the conclusion, what should you avoid?

• Using a quote from the introduction

• Rephrasing the thesis

• Connecting the thesis to the main points

• Directly repeating the thesis statement

What is the purpose of reviewing the main points in a conclusion?

• To restate the thesis verbatim

• To show the relationship between the key points

• To summarize each paragraph individually

• To introduce new evidence

Why is it important to show the significance of your argument in the conclusion?

• To list all references used

• To introduce new topics

• To highlight the implications and broader context

• To repeat the introduction

Which of the following is a common mistake to avoid in a conclusion?

• Rephrasing the thesis

• Including new evidence

• Summarizing the main points

• Using direct quotes